The Hidden History of Assassins, Part I: An Origin Story

The Hidden History of Assassins, Part I: An Origin Story

What's the difference between an assassination and a garden-variety murder? Where does the term 'assassin' actually come from, and how did an obscure sect founded almost one thousand years ago fundamentally change the course of history as we know it? Tune in for the answers to these questions and more in the first part of this special two-part series.

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Diamonds: The Conspiracy

Diamonds: The Conspiracy

Diamonds: according to the ads, they're a girl's best friend, and the only thing worth picking for an engagement ring. But how did diamonds become so important -- and why? Learn more about your ad-ch...

13 Feb 201548min

Will Yellowstone erupt?

Will Yellowstone erupt?

A large part of North America is sitting on a geothermal timebomb. Could it explode in your lifetime? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comThey don't want you to re...

6 Feb 201536min

Legal Drugs in America

Legal Drugs in America

Each year, millions of US residents consume pharmaceutical products designed to somehow improve their lives. These drugs could tackle anything from ADHD to allergies and diseases. Learn more about yo...

31 Jan 201538min

The Prohibition Conspiracy

The Prohibition Conspiracy

Why did the US practice prohibition? Do current prohibition policies really protect the public, or are they meant to do something else entirely? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheart...

17 Jan 201540min

Does Being Wealthy Make You A Bad Person?

Does Being Wealthy Make You A Bad Person?

It's often said money can't buy happiness -- but what exactly can it do? Could it change the way you think? ...could it make you a bad person? Listen in to learn more. Learn more about your ad-choice...

9 Jan 201527min

Who hacked Sony? (Pt. II)

Who hacked Sony? (Pt. II)

Did North Korea really wage cyberwar to stop The Interview from airing? How did this happen -- and is there a conspiracy afoot? Join Ben and Matt as they welcome HowStuffWorks tech expert Jonathan Str...

2 Jan 201545min

Who hacked Sony? (Pt. I)

Who hacked Sony? (Pt. I)

Did North Korea really wage cyberwar to stop The Interview from airing? How did this happen -- and is there a conspiracy afoot? Join Ben and Matt as they welcome HowStuffWorks tech expert Jonathan Str...

26 Dec 201427min

Is clairvoyance real?

Is clairvoyance real?

Are psychic powers actually possible? Join Ben and Matt as they investigate the truth about clairvoyance. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comThey don't want you t...

19 Dec 201449min

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